Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in an area under strong urban influence, and the proposal would negatively impact a designated Heritage Landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not demonstrated a rural-generated housing need for a dwelling at this location, which is designated as an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' in the Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The proposed development, located within a 'Heritage Landscape', would be visually obtrusive and would interfere with the character of the landscape and the scenic views of the area.
- The proposal would contribute to and exacerbate an undesirable pattern of ribbon development in a rural area, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CDP 4.14Objective CDP 14.5Appendix 1
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a new dwelling and wastewater treatment system at Ballyvorda, Liscannor, Co. Clare (Planning Ref: 24/105). The site is situated in a sensitive coastal location designated as a Heritage Landscape. Clare County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant did not meet the criteria for a rural-generated housing need in an area under strong urban influence. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the house would be visually obtru...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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